RegulyzeBlessed thistle
Cnicus benedictus · Aerial parts/root extract
Blessed thistle (Cnicus benedictus) is a nutraceutical permitted for use in nutraceuticals and health supplements under India's FSSAI framework. Regulyze tracks its regulatory status, limits and label requirements across regulatory frameworks.
Regulatory status
| Framework | Status | Limit | Source | Last reviewed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| India — FSSAI | Permitted | As specified / GMP | FSS (Health Supplements, Nutraceuticals…) Regulations 2022 | 2026-06-20 |
Coverage for the USA (FDA), EU (EFSA), UK, GCC and ASEAN is being added — this page updates automatically as frameworks are assessed.
About Blessed thistle
Blessed thistle is tracked in the Regulyze Ingredient Intelligence database as a nutraceutical (Cnicus benedictus). The regulatory details on this page are generated from Regulyze's structured regulatory dataset and are reviewed against the cited source.
Frequently asked questions
Is Blessed thistle permitted in nutraceuticals under FSSAI (India)?
Blessed thistle (Cnicus benedictus) (listed in the regulation as “Cnicus benedictus aerial parts/root extract”) is currently permitted for use in health supplements and nutraceuticals under India's FSSAI framework, per FSS (Health Supplements, Nutraceuticals…) Regulations 2022. Always verify against the current official regulation for your product and market.
What is the permitted dosage of Blessed thistle?
No single numeric limit is listed in the source for Blessed thistle; permitted use is at GMP or as specified. Confirm against the current regulation.
What product category does Blessed thistle belong to?
Blessed thistle is classified under: Nutraceuticals, Botanicals.
What is the botanical (scientific) name of Blessed thistle?
Blessed thistle corresponds to Cnicus benedictus, with the aerial parts/root extract used in nutraceutical preparations.
Source: FSS (Health Supplements, Nutraceuticals…) Regulations 2022 · Last reviewed: 2026-06-20 · Data version: db-2026-06-20. Indicative only — verify against the current official regulation before use.